01 n. The unlawful taking and carrying away of things personal with intent to deprive the right owner of the same; theft. Cf. Embezzlement.
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Larcenies ((#))
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The unlawful taking and carrying away of things personal with intent to deprive the right owner of the same; theft. Cf. Embezzlement.(Law) See: Embezzlement
Phrases & compounds
Grand larceny —
distinctions having reference to the nature or value of the property stolen. They are abolished in England.
Mixed larceny —
that which, under statute, includes in it the aggravation of a taking from a building or the person.
Simple larceny —
that which is not accompanied with any aggravating circumstances.